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Why symbols are important in the domain of mathematics and in the growth of scientific knowledge?
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Symbols are important because they have meaning to human beings. Letters and words are symbols of various concepts arranged in a way that transmits meanings. Numbers are other symbols representing concept. Musical notes are symbols as are pictures in a gallery.
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What is one Renaissance achievement in mathematics?
The creation of new math symbols. [for example: they created the symbols for the square root and for positive(+) and negative(-) numbers.
What does the word math mean?
Math is short for Mathematics. The definition of which is "the study of the measurement, properties, and relationships of quantities and sets, using numbers and symbols." See http://www.answers.com/topic/mathematics the complete definition and reference on mathematics.
What kind of mathematics uses letters instead of numbers?
Algebra makes use of letters and mathematical symbols.
What is a statement in discrete mathematics?
A sentence formed using words and mathematical symbols which is either true or false but not both.
Is the equation 8kg 4kg 12kgs dimensionally correct?
Unfortunately, the browser used for posting questions is hopelessly inadequate for mathematics: it strips away most symbols. It is, therefore, impossible to be certain, but I suspect that the answer is yes.
Who introduced the symbols in mathematics?
Different symbols were introduced by different people.
What are the scientific symbols?
There are several hundred scientific symbols. Every element has a symbol, each sub-atomic particle has a symbol, there are symbols for the sun, moon and the planets and lots of other entities. Then there are symbols for measurement units. Also for various constants in mathematics or physics such as pi or e, the speed of light (in vacuum) c, Planck's constant h, gravitational constant G, Avogrado's number and so on and on.
What is purpose of using symbols?
To represent complex ideas with simple signs
What is Math and Arithmetic?
Mathematics is a difficult term to define as it covers many areas. Mathematics can be defined as the study of measurements and properties of quantities using numbers and symbols. Mathematics also includes proofs of theorems, other than the numbers and symbols. Arithmetic is a branch of mathematics that deals with properties of numbers.
What branch of mathematics in which letter or symbols are used instead of numbers?
Algebra
What is the fountain plaque for on Astro Knights Island?
When you obtain the Cosmic Symbols password card, you will notice the similarity to the symbols on the fountain plaque. This is the secret hiding place of the society that preserves Mordred's scientific knowledge. To enter the hidden room, press the Cosmic Symbols on the password card. (the symbols will not work without having the card - see related question)
What is one Renaissance achievement in mathematics?
The creation of new math symbols. [for example: they created the symbols for the square root and for positive(+) and negative(-) numbers.
What is the study of the measurements properties and relationships of wuantities and sets using numbers and symbols?
Mathematics
What is a branch of mathematics which treats the relations and properties of quantity by means of letters and symbols?
Algebra
Why are conventional symbols important?
conventional symbols are important because we can read the map easily
What are the scientific symbols for solid liquid gas?
You can use in chemical reactions symbols as (s), (l), (g).
What are the operation symbols?
Operation symbols in mathematics are used to represent mathematical operations, such as addition (+), subtraction (-), multiplication (×), and division (÷). These symbols are used to perform calculations and denote relationships between numbers or variables.
